PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
What is the purpose of the Change Authority role in PRINCE2?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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To make decisions on change requests within agreed limits.
The Change Authority is an optional role that is delegated by the Project Board to make decisions on change requests within defined limits, to streamline the change control process.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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To manage the project's risk register.
Why it's wrong here
Risk management is the responsibility of the Project Manager.
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To authorize the project budget.
Why it's wrong here
Budget authorization is done by the Project Board.
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To audit the project's compliance with PRINCE2.
Why it's wrong here
Auditing is part of Project Assurance, not Change Authority.
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To make decisions on change requests within agreed limits.
Why this is correct
The Change Authority is delegated to handle change control decisions.
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